Make Your Bed
Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World
By Admiral William H. McRaven | Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
About the book
Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this #1 New York Times bestseller is full of of powerful, life-changing lessons.
\"Should be read by every leader in America\" —Wall Street Journal
If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.
On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. Taking inspiration from the university's slogan, \"What starts here changes the world,\" he shared the ten principles he learned during Navy Seal training that helped him overcome challenges not only in his training and long Naval career, but also throughout his life—lessons that would help change themselves—and the world—for the better.
Admiral McRaven's original speech went viral with over 10 million views. Building on the core tenets laid out in his speech, McRaven now recounts tales from his own life and from those of people he encountered during his military service. Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments.
\"Powerful.\" —USA Today
\"Full of captivating personal anecdotes from inside the national security vault.\" —Washington Post
\"Superb, smart, and succinct.\" —Forbes
Editions of Make Your Bed
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781455570249
- EBook
- ISBN 9781455570232
Read an Excerpt
Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this #1 New York Times bestseller is full of of powerful, life-changing lessons.
\"Should be read by every leader in America\" —Wall Street Journal
If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.
On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. Taking inspiration from the university's slogan, \"What starts here changes the world,\" he shared the ten principles he learned during Navy Seal training that helped him overcome challenges not only in his training and long Naval career, but also throughout his life—lessons that would help change themselves—and the world—for the better.
Admiral McRaven's original speech went viral with over 10 million views. Building on the core tenets laid out in his speech, McRaven now recounts tales from his own life and from those of people he encountered during his military service. Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments.
\"Powerful.\" —USA Today
\"Full of captivating personal anecdotes from inside the national security vault.\" —Washington Post
\"Superb, smart, and succinct.\" —Forbes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Make Your Bed about?
Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this #1 New York Times bestseller is full of of powerful, life-changing lessons.
\"Should be read by every leader in America\" —Wall Street Journal
If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.
On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. Taking inspiration from the university's slogan, \"What starts here changes the world,\" he shared the ten principles he learned during Navy Seal training that helped him overcome challenges not only in his training and long Naval career, but also throughout his life—lessons that would help change themselves—and the world—for the better.
Admiral McRaven's original speech went viral with over 10 million views. Building on the core tenets laid out in his speech, McRaven now recounts tales from his own life and from those of people he encountered during his military service. Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments.
\"Powerful.\" —USA Today
\"Full of captivating personal anecdotes from inside the national security vault.\" —Washington Post
\"Superb, smart, and succinct.\" —Forbes
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Make Your Bed?
Health, Relationships and Personal development > Self-help, personal development and practical advice > Advice on careers and achieving success
Where can I read a sample of Make Your Bed?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781455570249
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Make Your Bed?
Admiral William H. McRaven
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Make Your Bed is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781455570249) and ebook(ISBN 9781455570232)
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